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Currency
Euro (EUR)
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Language
Spanish (Catalan and Castilian)
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Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
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Best Time to Visit
May–Oct
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Typical Duration
7-14 nights
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Price Range
From $309 pp
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Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
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Tender Port
No
Gateway to Catalonia's rich Roman heritage and vibrant Mediterranean culture, with easy access to historic architecture and nearby beaches.
Cruises that visit Tarragona
- cruises to Tarragona
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- Tarragona cruises
- 3-night MSC Cruises cruise
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- 6-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Tarragona
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
🛳 Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
PortAventura World
The attractions were so much fun and an AMAZING experience.
Centre Comercial Parc Central
Good selection of shops,with parking free for the first hour.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Balcón del Mediterráneo
Gorgeous views and easily walkable from all the attractions!
Roman Amphitheater of Tarragona
Loads of activities going on in September.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Les Gavarres
Lot of big stores, cinema, restaurants , car dealers and more
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
La Fira Shopping Centre
Good selection of shops all reasonably priced
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Central Market of Tarragona
Great place to spend an afternoon in.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Thu
Circ Roma
Small and lovely mini-museum with a must-visit terrace.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
The Ferreres Aqueduct
It's free and you can walk up to it.
El Corte Inglés Tarragona
Has a ton of variety and you can get genuine good offers;
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
El Pòsit
The food was consistently fresh and beautifully prepared and presented.
🕐 Closed · Opens 1 PM Thu
Primark
Great choice cheap prices.great underwear.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Cala Fonda
However, everything is very harmonious and accepted.
Castellers Monument
Very interesting art object.
Casa Balcells
The food is fresh, well prepared, local and the quality is excellent.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
La Cuineta
Amazing food, incredibly welcoming hosts, and a fantastic atmosphere
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Catedral de Tarragona
The cloister garden with gold fish and terrapins added some fun.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
AQ
The food is incredible & the wines are outstanding.
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
El Llagut
Delicious dishes, very good service and nice setting.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12:30 PM Thu
Filosofia Restaurant
Outstandingly good food, and a really interesting wine list.
🕐 Closes soon · 11:30 PM
El Terrat Restaurant
Everything was perfect from the food to the service to the presentation.
🕐 Closed · Opens 1:15 PM Thu
Roman theatre of Tàrraco
Great place to spend the afternoon.
Jungle Trek
Great place the kids loved the zip lines.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Sat
Racó de l'Abat
We had a fantastic meal (and good wine) in a very personal atmosphere.
🕐 Closes soon · 11:30 PM
Bar La Botifarra
The food is on point, the drinks are on point, and the serivce is fantastic.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 PM Thu
4 Latas Tarragona
Drinks excellent value and amazing mojitos.
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
Muralla Romana de Tarragona
A beautiful historic city wall with artillery.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Restaurante Braseria la catedral - Restaurante Brasería en Tarragona
Exceptional food, customer service and ambiance.
🕐 Closes soon · 11:30 PM
OUTLET PC - Tarragona
You can get varieties of things there.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Parc de la Ciutat
Don’t miss the chance to soak it all in!
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM Thu
National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona
The museum has a free entry so .. what are you waiting for?
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
Red Lab
This bar manages to combine creativity, quality, and a brilliant vibe.
Twins craft beer
Great variety of craft beer and tapas, a very nice interior and service.
🕐 Closes soon · 11:30 PM
Flying Tiger Copenhagen
I love this shop, plenty of interesting things at a very good price
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Torre del Pretori o Castell del Rei
Affordable entry fee & kind staffed.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
Passeig Arqueològic
I bought a combined ticket, to four sites, so it was very good value.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
The School House Brunch & Gastropub
Super friendly staff, welcoming environment with great food and drinks.
🕐 Closes soon · 11:30 PM
Parc del Miracle
It is a good way to just waste a little bit of time.
FENIX GROOVE BAR
Lovely drinks and service
Mala Bar
They offer cocktails, mixed drinks, vermouth etc. 100% recommend!
Rooftop Bar Caelum @ H10 Imperial Tarraco
Tasty drinks at a price acceptable for the surroundings.
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
Barrio Sur Bar
Excellent mojitos, great vibes and very friendly staff.
Ca la Crista
🕐 Closes soon · 11:30 PM
Plaça de la UNESCO
Morrow | Restaurant Tarragona
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
HOME MARKET
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Font "El Nen de l'Oca"
You can enjoy a good view
Shopping Center
Couple of local boutique style shops for men and woman.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
BOULEVARD SHOPPING OLD TOWN TARRAGONA
A beautiful row of shops in old tarragona town!!
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Tarragona
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Tarragona
Tarragona has become an increasingly popular Mediterranean port of call, welcoming seven major cruise lines including MSC Cruises, Viking Ocean Cruises, Oceania Cruises, and Silversea. With nearly 290 upcoming cruises calling here, this Spanish coastal city offers excellent connectivity to other Mediterranean favorites like Civitavecchia, Genoa, and Marseille. Most cruises from Tarragona are seven-night itineraries, with peak travel months spanning from May through October, making it an ideal destination whether you're embarking on a new voyage or exploring during a port day.
Stepping ashore in Tarragona, you'll discover a city where ancient Roman history meets vibrant Mediterranean charm. The remarkable amphitheater overlooking the sea and the well-preserved old town invite leisurely exploration, while the waterfront promenade offers a perfect introduction to local life. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, Tarragona rewards curious travelers with authentic Spanish culture and unforgettable coastal scenery.
Stepping ashore in Tarragona, you'll discover a city where ancient Roman history meets vibrant Mediterranean charm. The remarkable amphitheater overlooking the sea and the well-preserved old town invite leisurely exploration, while the waterfront promenade offers a perfect introduction to local life. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, Tarragona rewards curious travelers with authentic Spanish culture and unforgettable coastal scenery.
Cruise Lines at Tarragona
- MSC Cruises (234 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (27 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (10 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (6 cruises)
- Seabourn (6 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (2 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (2 cruises)
- Aurora Expeditions (1 cruise)
- Silversea (1 cruise)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tarragona best known for?
Its Roman heritage, including the aqueduct and amphitheatre, plus Tarragona's historic old town.
Where is Tarragona located?
Northeast Catalonia, Spain, on the Mediterranean coast.
What does ESTAR mean in UN/LOCODE data?
ESTAR is the UN/LOCODE for Tarragona, Spain (official port).
What is Tarragona's port status?
It is an official port (Port Type: official_port) in Spain.